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Form No. 3360-851 Rev C

22in Recycler
Model No. 20330mSerial
Model No. 20330CmSerial
Model No. 20331--Serial
Model No. 20331C--Serial

Lawn Mower
No. 290000001 and Up
No. 290000001 and Up
No. 290000001 and Up
No. 290000001 and Up

Model No. 20350--Serial

No. 290000001 and Up

Model No. 20351--Serial

No. 290000001 and Up

Operator's

Manual

Replacement parts are available from an Authorized Service Dealer or at www.shoptoro.com.

Introduction
Read this information
carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible
for operating
the product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at v_-,w,¥zToro.com for
product and accessory information,
help finding a
dealer, or to register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information,
contact an Authorized
Service
Dealer or Toro Customer
Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product
identifies the location of the model

read3: Figure 1
and serial numbers

(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.

Figure 2
1.

Safety alert symbol

This manual

uses 2 words

to highlight

information.

Important
calls attention
to special mechanical
information
and Note emphasizes
general information
worthy of special attention.

on the product.

CALIFORNIA
Proposition
65 Warning
The engine
exhaust
from this product
contains
chemicals
known
to the State
California
G009533

Figure 1

Important:

1. Model and serial number plate

Write the product
below:

model

and serial numbers

to cause

or other

in the space

This

cancer,

reproductive

engine

birth

of

defects,

harm.

is not equipped

with

a

spark arrester
muffler.
It is a violation
of California
Public Resource
Code Section 4442 to use or operate
the engine
on any forest-covered,
brush-covered,
or
grass-covered
land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws.

Model No.

This spark ignition
ICES-002.

Serial No.

The enclosed
Engine
Owner's
Manual
is supplied
for information
regarding
the US Environmental
Protection
Agency
(EPA) and the California
Emission
Control
Regulation
of emission
systems,

This manual identifies
potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
© 2011--The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420

Register at www.Toro.com.

system

complies

with Canadian

Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

maintenance,
and warranty.
ordered
through
the engine

Replacements
manufacturer.

may be

For models vdth stated engine horsepower,
the gross
horsepower
of the engine was laboratory rated by the
engine manufacturer
in accordance
with SAE J1940.
As configured
to meet safeD; emission, and operating
requirements,
the actual engine horsepower
on this class
of lawn mower

will be significantly

lower.

Never direct discharged material toward awone.
Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward
the operator. Stop the blade when crossing gravel
surfaces.
Do not operate machine without the entire grass
catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety
protective devices in place and working.
Never

Safety
This lawn mower meets or exceeds the CPSC blade
safety requirements for walk-behind rotary lawn mowers
and the B71.1 specifications of the American National
Standards Institute in effect at the time of production.
Read
before

and

understand

you start

the

contents

of this manual

the engine.

The safe g alert symbol (Figure 2) is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safe g
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death. Improperly using or maintaining this mower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this potential,
comply with the follovdng safety instructions.
The follovdng instructions have been adapted from the
ANSI/OPEI
standard B71.1-2003.
This cutting
machine
can amputate
hands and feet
and throw objects.
Failure to observe
the following
safety instructions
could result in serious
injury or
death.

leave a running

machine

unattended.

Stop the engine and wait until the blade comes
to a complete stop before cleaning the machine,
removing grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge
guard.
Operate
light.

machine

only in daylight

or good

artificial

Do not operate machine while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
Never operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure
of your footing; walk; never run.
Disengage
the drive system,
starting the engine.

if so equipped,

before

If the machine should start to vibrate abnormal15
stop the engine and check for the cause immediatel>
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation
and installation of accessories. Only use accessories
approved by the manufacturer.

General Operation

Slope Operation

•

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before starting.

•

Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
which can result in severe injur> Operation on all slopes
require extra caution. If you fed uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it.

•

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with
the instructions, to operate this machine.

•

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys,
etc., which could be thrown by the blade. Stay
behind the handle when the engine is running.

•
•
•

Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before
operating. Stop machine if awone enters the area.
Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing
sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely
necessar> Akvays look down and behind before and
while moving backward.

Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes.
Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall
accident. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. You could lose your footing or
balance.

Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the machine
that children

and the mowing activit?: Never assume
will remain where you last saw them.

Keep children out of the mowing area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
the operator.
Be alert and turn mower

Exhaust
odorless,

contains
carbon
monoxide,
an
deadly poison
that can kill you.

Do not run
area.

the engine

indoors

or in an enclosed

General Service

off if a child enters the area.

Never operate machine in a closed area.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your
view of a child.

of Gasoline

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
extreme care in handling gasoline.
Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Extinguish
sources

all cigarettes,

cigars, pipes, and other

of ignition.

Use only an approved gasoline container.
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
Never refuel the machine indoors.
Never store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as
on a water heater or on other appliances.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Ahvays place
containers on the ground away from your vehicle
before filling.
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck
or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser
nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel
tank or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
If fuel is spilled

on clothing,

change

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularl>
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove
any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool
before storing.

Service
Safe Handling

Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition.

clothing

immediatel):

Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
securel>

If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the
machine. Repair, if necessar b before starting.
Never make any adjustments or repairs with the
engine running. Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground against engine to prevent unintended
starting.
Check grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's
recommended parts, when necessar):
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
Do not change the engine governor
overspeed the engine.

setting or

Maintain or replace safeb; and instruction
necessar)_

labels, as

Safety and Instructional
Important:

Safety and instruction

decals

Decals
are located

near

areas

of potential

danger.

Replace

damaged

decals.

Setup
Manufacturer's
1

Mark

Indicates the blade is identified as a part from the original
machine manufacturer.

Important:

Remove

plastic

that

sheet

and

covers

discard
the

the

protective

engine.

1. Installing the Handle
Procedure

Folding
or unfolding
the handle improperly
can
damage
the cables, causing
an unsafe operating
condition.
Do not damage
unfolding

the

cables

when

folding

or

the handle.

94-8072
If a cable is damaged,
Service Dealer.
,

Remove the handle
(Figure 3).
Important:
the handle

Route
knobs

contact

an Authorized

Maobs from the mower

housing

the cables

to the outside

as you install

the handle.

112-8867
Lock

2. Unlock

114-7982
1
2.
3.

4.

5.

Warning--read the Operator's Manual.
Thrown object hazard--keep bystanders a safe distance
from the machine.
Cutting/dismemberment
hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade--remove the ignition key and read the instructions
before servicing or performing maintenance.
Cutting/dismemberment
hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade--stay away from moving parts.
Cutting/dismemberment
hazard of hand or foot, mower
blade--do not operate up and down slopes; operate side to
side on slopes; stop the engine before leaving the operating
position; and look behind you when backing up.

G009530

Figure

the handle

3

2.

Move

to the operating

position.

3.

Install and tighten the handle knobs
removed in step 1 (Figure 3).

that you

of

2. Filling the Engine with Oil

Product Overview

Procedure
Important:
in the engine,
Before

starting

Your mower
but it does
the engine,

does not come with oil
come with a bottle of oil.
fill the engine

with

oil.

5
Max. fi11:20 oz. (0.59 1), type: SAE 30 detergent oil
with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL,
or higher.

9

4

2

3\

Note: When the crank case is empb, pour about 3/4
of the crankcase capacity of oil in the crankcase, then
do the following:
1. Remove the dipstick (Figure 4).

Figure 5
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

,

7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

Recoil start handle
Blade control bar
Self-propel drive bar
Handle knob (2)
Washout port

2

Figure 4
1.

Cutting height lever (4)
Spark plug
Air filter (not shown)
Fuel tank cap
Oil filI/dipstick
Handle

Dipstick

Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 4). Wait
3 minutes after adding oil to check the oil level with
the dipstick. Do not overfill. (Max. fi11:20 oz. (0.59
1), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service
classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.)

3. Install the dipstick securel>
Important:
Change
the engine
oil after the first
5 operating
hours; change
it yearly thereafter.
Refer to Changing
the Engine
Oil.

G00957I

Figure 6
1.

Grass bag

2.

Side discharge chute

Operation
Filling the Fuel Tank

Gasoline

is extremely

A fire or explosion
and others.

flammable
from

gasoline

and explosive.
can burn

you

To prevent
a static charge
from igniting
the
gasoline,
place the container
and/or
mower
directly
on the ground
before filling, not in a
vehicle or on an object.
Fill the tank outdoors
cold. Wipe up spills.

when

the engine

Figure

Do not handle gasoline
when smoking
around
an open flame or sparks.
Store gasoline
in an approved
out of the reach of children.

G009498

is
7

or

fuel container,

Checking the Engine Oil Level
Service Interval:

Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline
from a major name-brand service station (Figure 7).

Before each use or daily

1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and fully install
the dipstick (Figure 8).

Use unleaded regular gasoline suitable for automotive
use (87 pump octane minimum). Leaded regular gasoline
may be used if unleaded regular is not available.
Note: Never use methanol, gasoline containing
methanol, or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol
because the fuel system could be damaged. Do not mix
oil with gasoline.
Important:

To reduce
starting
problems,
fuel stabilizer
to the fuel all season,
mixing
gasoline
less than 30 days old.

add
it with

Figure 8
1.

,

Dipstick

Remove the dipstick and check the oil level
(Figure 8). If the oil level is below the Add mark on
the dipstick, slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to
raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick.
Wait 3 minutes after adding oil to check the oil with
the dipstick.Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59
1), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service
classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.)

3. Install the dipstick securel 7

Adjusting the Cutting Height

Starting the Engine
1. Hold the blade control bar against the handle
(Figure 10).

Adjusting
contact
injury.

the cutting
with

height

the moving

may bring

blade,

causing

you into
serious

•

Stop the engine
to stop.

and wait for all moving

parts

•

Do not put your fingers under the housing
when adjusting
the cutting
height.

2

If the engine has been running,
the muffler will
be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away
from the hot muffler.
Adjust the cutting height as desired. Set the front wheels
to the same height as the rear wheels.

A00

Note: To raise the mower, move all the cutting height
levers rearward.
To lower the mower, move all the
cutting

height

levers forward

(Figure

Figure 10

9).
1.

,

Blade control bar

2.

Recoil start handle

Pull the recoil start handle lightly until you feel
resistance, then pull it sharpl> Allow the rope to
return to the handle slowly (Figure 10).

Note: If the mower does not start after several
attempts,

2

contact

an Authorized

Service

Using the Self-propel

Dealer.

Drive

To operate the self-propel drive, squeeze the self-propel
drive bar (Figure 11) toward the handle and hold it.

W
Figure 9
1.

Raise the mower

2.

Lower the mower

G009534

Figure 11

Note: The cutting height settings are 1 inch (25 ram);
1-3/8 inches (35 ram); 1-3/4 inches (44 ram); 2-1/8
inches (54 ram); 2-1/2 inches (64 ram); 2-7/8 inches (73
ram); 3-1/4 inches (83 ram); 3-5/8 inches (92 ram); and
4 inches (102 ram).

1.

Self-propel drive bar

To disengage the self-propel drive, release the self-propel
drive bar.

Note:
The maximum self-propel ground speed is fixed.
To reduce the ground speed, increase the space between
the self-propel
drive bar and the handle.

Installing the Grass Bag
Note:

Ensure the bag is seated in the correct

position.

1. Raise and hold up the rear deflector (Figure 12).

Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine, release

the blade control

bar.

Important:
When you release
the blade control
bar, both the engine
and blade should
stop within
3 seconds.
If they do not stop properly,
stop using
your mower immediately
Service Dealer.

and

contact

an Authorized

Recycling the Clippings
Your mower comes from the factory ready to recycle the
grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn.
If the grass bag is on the mower, remove it (refer to
Removing the Grass Bag) before recycling the clippings.
If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it
(refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute) before
recycling the clippings.

2

3

Bagging the Clippings
Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and
leaf clippings from the lawn.
Note:

Ensure the bag is seated in the correct position.

A worn grass bag could
and other similar
debris
operator's
or bystander's
serious
personal
injury
or bystanders.
Check the grass
damaged,
install

allow small stones
to be thrown
in the
direction
and result in
or death to the operator

bag frequently.
If it is
a new Toro replacement

bag.
G009535

If the side discharge chute is on the mower, remove it
(refer to Removing the Side Discharge Chute) before
bagging the clippings.

,

The blade is sharp; contacting
the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts
stop before leaving
the operating
position.

Figure 12
1.
2.

to

3.

Notches
Rear deflector

3. Grass bag pin (2)

Install the grass bag, ensuring that the pins on the
bag rest in the notches on the handle (Figure 12).
Lower

the rear deflector.

Removing the Grass Bag

Side-discharging

To remove the bag, reverse the steps above.

Use the side discharge

for cutting

If the bag is on the mower,
side-discharging

the Clippings
very tall grass.

remove

it before

the clippings.

The blade is sharp; contacting
the blade
result in serious
personal
injury.

can

Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts
stop before leaving the operating
position.

Installing the Side Discharge
Lift up the side deflector
chute (Figure 13).

to

Chute

and install the side discharge

Figure 13

Removing

Chute

-

Replace the blade or have it sharpened.

lift up the side

-

Walk at a slower pace while mowing.

chute,

-

Raise the cutting height on your mower.

-

Cut the grass more frequently.

Operating Tips

-

Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full
swath vdth each pass.

General

-

Set the cutting height on the front wheels one
notch lower than the rear wheels. For example,
set the front wheels at 2-1/8-inch (54 ram) and
the rear wheels at 2-1/2 inches (64 ram).

To remove

the Side Discharge

the side discharge

deflector, remove
the side discharge

chute,

the side discharge
deflector.

and lower

Mowing Tips

•

Clear the area of sticks, stones, wire, branches, and
other debris that the blade could hit.

•

Avoid stri_ng solid objects with the blade. Never
deliberately mow over any object.

•

If the mower strikes an object or starts to vibrate,
immediately stop the engine, disconnect the vdre
from the spark plug, and examine the mower for
damage.

•

For best performance, install a new blade before the
cutting season begins.

•

Replace the blade when necessary vdth a Toro
replacement blade.

Cutting Leaves
• After cutting the lawn, ensure that half of the lawn
shows through the cut leaf cover. You may need to
make more than one pass over the leaves.
•

notches

°

Cutting Grass
•

Cut only about a third of the grass blade at a time.
Do not cut below the 2-1/8-inch (54 ram) setting
unless the grass is sparse or it is late fall when grass
growth begins to slow down. Refer to Adjusting the
Cutting Height.

•

When cutting grass over 6 inches (15 cm) tall, mow
at the highest cutting height setting and walk slower;
then mow again at a lower setting for the best lawn
appearance. If the grass is too long, the mower may
plug and cause the engine to stall.

•

Mow only dry grass or leaves. \Vet grass and leaves
tend to clump on the yard and can cause the mower
to plug or the engine to stall.

Wet grass or leaves can cause serious injury if
you slip and contact the blade. Mow only in dry
conditions.
•

Be aware of a potential fire hazard in very dry
conditions, follow all local fire warnings, and keep
the mower free of dry grass and leaf debris.

•

Alternate the movdng direction. This helps disperse
the clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.

•

If the finished lawn appearance
one or more of the follovdng:

If there are more than 5 inches (13 cm) of leaves
on the lawn, set the front cutting height one or two

is unsatisfactor 5 try

10

higher

than the rear cutting

height.

Slow down your mowing speed if the mower does
not cut the leaves finely enough.

Maintenance
Note:

Determine

the left and right sides of the machine

Recommended

Maintenance

from the normal

operating

position.

Schedule(s)

Maintenance Service
Interval

Maintenance

After the first 5 hours

• Change the engine oil.

Procedure

• Check the engine oil level.
• Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control bar.
• Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the mower.

Before each use or daily
Every 25 hours

• Replace the air filter; replace it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.

Before storage

• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before annual storage.
• Change the engine oil.
• Replace the blade or have it sharpened; replace or sharpen it more frequently if
the edge dulls quickly.
• Clean the air cooling system; clean it more frequently in dusty operating conditions.
Refer to your engine operator's manual.
• Refer to your engine operator's manual for any additional yearly maintenance
procedures.

Yearly

Important:

Refer

to your

engine

Note:

Replacement

dealer)

or at v_-,,_-,,_shoptoro.com.

operator's

parts are available

manual

for additional

from an Authorized

Service

Preparing for Maintenance
1.

Stop the engine

and wait for all moving

2.

Disconnect
the spark plug wire from the spark plug
(Figure 14) before performing
any maintenance
procedure.

maintenance

Dealer

procedures.

(go to v_-,v,,_toro.com

tip the mower prior to running
out of fuel, use a
hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always tip
the mower onto its side, with the air filter up.

parts to stop.

Tipping

the mower

Gasoline
personal

is flammable,
injury.

may

cause
explosive

Run the engine
dry or remove
a hand pump;
never siphon.

G009500

Figure 14

.

to find the nearest

After performing
the maintenance
procedure(s),
connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug.

Important: Before

tipping the mower to change
the oil or replace
the blade, allow the fuel tank
to run dry through
normal
usage.
If you must

11

the fuel to leak.
and

can cause

the gasoline

with

Replacing the Air Filter
Service

Interval:

Every 25 hours

1. Use a screw driver to open the air filter cover
(Figure 15).

G005822

Figure 15

Figure 17
1.

Dipstick

2• Replace the air filter (Figure 16).
,

Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up
to drain the used oil out through the oil fill tube
(Figure 18).

Figure 16

3•

Install

o000 8

the cover.
Figure 18

Changing the Engine Oil
Service

Interval:

,

After the first 5 hours
Yearly

Run the engine a few minutes before changing the oil
to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more
contaminants•
1. Refer to Preparing

Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level
reaches the Full line on the dipstick (Figure 17).
Wait 3 minutes after adding oil to check the oil with
the dipstick• Do not overfill. (Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.59
1), type: SAE 30 detergent oil with an API service
classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher•)
Install the dipstick securel>

for Maintenance•

6. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling

2. Remove the dipstick (Figure 17).

center.

12

Replacing the Blade
Service

Interval:

Yearly

Important:

You will need a torque wrench to install
the blade properly.
If you do not have a torque
wrench
or are uncomfortable
performing
this
procedure,

contact

an Authorized

Service

Dealer.

Examine the blade whenever you run out of gasoline. If
the blade is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately.
If the blade edge is dL_ or nicked, have it sharpened and
balanced, or replace it.
G005455

The blade is sharp; contacting
the blade can
result in serious personal injury.
Wear

gloves

when

1• Refer to Preparing

servicing

the blade.

for Maintenance•
Figure 20

2• Tip the mower onto its side with the air filter up.
3. Use a block of wood to hold the blade steady
(Figure 19).

Important:
blade
,

Use

to point
a torque

60 ft-lb

Position
toward
wrench

the

curved

the mower
to tighten

ends

of the

housing.
the blade

bolt to

(82 N-m).

Important:

A bolt torqued

to 60 ft-lb (82 N-m)

is very tight. While holding
the blade with a
block of wood, put your weight
behind
the
ratchet
or wrench
and tighten
the bolt securely.
This bolt is very difficult
to overtighten.

G005454

Figure 19

,

Remove the blade, saving all mounting hardware
(Figure 19)•
Install the new blade and all mounting hardware
(Figure 20).

13

Adjusting the Self-propel Drive
Cable

Cleaning the Mower
Service Interval:

Whenever
you install a new self-propel
cable or if
the self-propel
drive is out of adjustment , adjust the
self-propel
drive cable.

Before each use or daily

The mower may dislodge
the mower housing.

1. Loosen the cable support nut (Figure 21).

t

material

from

•

Wear

•

Stay in the operating
position
(behind
handle)
when the engine is running.

•

Do not allow

under

eye protection.

bystanders

the

in the area.

For best results, clean the mower soon after you have
completed mowing.
1. Lower the mower to its lowest cutting height setting.
Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height.
2. Move the mower onto a flat paved surface.

Figure 21

3. Wash out the area under the rear deflector where the
clippings go from the housing to the grass bag.

This figure is simplified for the purpose of clarity.

,

Note: Wash out the area vdth the bag-on-demand in
both the fully forward and fury rearward positions.

Pull down the cable jacket (toward the mower) until
there is no slack in the cable (Figure 22).

Attach a garden hose that is connected to a water
supply to the washout port on the mower housing
(Figure 23).

,

G009501

Figure

Figure 22
This figure is simplified for the purpose of clarity.

1.

,

3. Tighten the nut on the cable support.

23

Washout port

Turn

the water

on.

6. Start the engine and run it until there are no more
clippings that come out from under the mower
housing.
,

Stop the engine.

8. Shut off the water and disconnect
from the mower.

the garden hose

9. Start the engine and run it for a few minutes to dry
the housing to prevent it from rusting.
10. Allow the engine to cool before storing the mower
in an enclosed area.

14

Folding the Handle

Storage
Store

the mower

in a cool, clean, dry place•
Folding
or unfolding
the handle improperly
can
damage
the cables, causing
an unsafe operating
condition.

Preparing the Mower for
Storage

Do not damage
the cables
unfolding
the handle.

Gasoline
•

vapors

Do not store

gasoline

Do not store

the mower

an open
Allow

If a cable is damaged,
Service Dealer.

can explode.
more

than

in an enclosure

to cool before

contact

folding

or

an Authorized

30 days.
,

near

flame.

the engine

when

storing

Loosen the handle M_obs until you can move the
upper handle fred>

2. Fold the upper handle forward as shown in Figure 24.

it.

Important:
,

On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer
to the fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer.

,

Dispose of any unused fuel properl> Recycle it
according to local codes, or use it in your automobile.

the handle

Route
knobs

the cables

to the outside

of

as you fold the handle.

Note:
Old fuel in the fuel tank is the leading cause
of hard starting. Do not store fuel without stabilizer
more
more

than 30 days, and do not store stabilized
than 90 days.

fuel

,

Run the mower until the engine stops from running
out of fuel.

,

Start the engine again.

G009540

Figure 24

Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can
no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dr>
,

Disconnect

3. To unfold the handle, reverse the steps above.

the wire from the spark plug.

7. Remove

the spark plug, add 1 oz. (30 ml) of oil
through the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope
slowly several times to distribute oil throughout
the
cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion
during the
off-season.

Removing the Mower from
Storage
1. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly
t937pulling the recoil start handle to blow the excess
oil from the cylinder.

8. Loosely install the spark plug.
9. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.

2. Install the spark plug and tighten it with a torque
wrench to 15 ft-lb (20 N-m).
3. Connect the wire to the spark plug.

15

22 in Recycler®
Walk Power Mowers

The Toro Total Coverage
Guarantee
A Two - Year Full Warranty (Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)
A Three - Year Power Train Full Warranty for Residential Use (Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)
The Toro GTS (Guaranteed
to Start) Starting
Guarantee
A Three - Year Full Warranty (Not Applicable for Commercial Use)

Conditions
and Products
Covered
under
The Toro Total Coverage
Guarantee
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Toro Product used for residential purposes*,
if defective in materials or workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component for the period listed below.
This Warranty
The following

All components

applies to all 22 in Recycler®

walk power mowers and their attachments.

This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor, but you must pay transportation

time periods apply from the date of purchase:
Products
Products and Attachments
Power Train**
Batteries

costs.

Warranty Period
2 - year Full warranty
3 - year Full warranty
1 - year Full warranty

Limited
Warranty
of gas powered Toro Products used for commercial use are warranted

for Commercial
Use*
for 45 days against defects in materials

or workmanship.

Conditions
and Products
Covered
under The Toro GTS Starting
Guarantee
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly guarantee that your Toro GTS engine, when used for residential
purposes*, will start on the first or second pull for three (3) years from the date of purchase, if you provide the routine maintenance it requires, or we will fix it free of charge.
This Warranty

applies to all 22 in Recycler®

This Toro Starting Guarantee

walk power mowers. This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor, but you must pay transportation

costs.

does not apply when the product is used commercially.*

The following

applies

to both the Toro Total Coverage
Items

and

Conditions

Guarantee

& the Toro GTS Starting

Guarantee:

Not Covered

There is no other express warranty except for special emission system coverage on some products. This express warranty does not cover the following:
• Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel, lubricants, oil changes, spark plugs, air filters, blade sharpening or worn mower blades, cable/linkage adjustments, or brake and clutch adjustments
• Any product or part which has been altered or misused and requires replacement or repair due to accidents or tack of proper maintenance
• Repairs necessary due to improper battery care, failure to use fresh fuel (less than one month old), or failure to properly prepare the unit prior to any period of non-use over one
month
•
•
•
•

•

Pickup and delivery charges
Operational misuse, neglect, or accidents
Repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an Authorized Toro Service Dealer
Repairs or adjustments to correct starting difficulties due to the following:
Failure to follow proper maintenance procedures
Rotary mower blade striking an object
Contaminants in the fuel system
Improper fuel (consult your Operator's Manual if in doubt)
Failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of non-use over one month
Special operational conditions where starting may require more than two pulls:
First time starts after extended period of non-use over one month or seasonal storage
Coo! temperature starts such as those found in early spring and late autumn
Improper starting procedures

If you are having difficulty starting your unit, please check the Operator's
Service Dealer.
You must maintain your Toro Product by following
you, is at your expense.

the maintenance

Manual to ensure that you are using the correct starting

Owner
Responsibilities
procedures described in the Operator's

Instructions
for Obtaining
Warranty
If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, or if a normal, able-bodied
this procedure:

procedures.

Manual. Such routine maintenance,

This can save an unnecessary

whether

Service
adult can no longer start your product's

visit to a

performed by a dealer or by

engine in one or two pulls, follow

1. Contact any Authorized Toro Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, refer to the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory (look
under "Lawn Mowers") or access our web site at www.Toro.com. You may also call the numbers listed in item #3 to use the 24-hour Toro Dealer tocator system.
2. Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the Service Dealer. The dealer will diagnose the problem and determine if it is covered under warranty.
3. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer's analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at: Customer Care Department, Consumer Division, Toro Warranty Company, 8111 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420-1196; or call us toll free at 888-214-9807 (U.S. customers) or 866-214-9808 (Canadian customers).
General

Conditions

Atl repairs covered by these warranties must be performed by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Tore approved replacement parts.
Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential
damages in connection
with the use of the Toro Products
covered by these warranties,
including any cost or expense of providing
substitute
equipment
or service during reasonable
periods of malfunction
or non-use pending
completion
of repairs under these warranties.
Some states do not allow exclusions
of incidental
or consequential
damages, so the above exclusions
may not apply to
you,
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Countries

Other

than

the

United

States

or Canada

Customers who have purchased Tore products outside the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail,
you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.
*Residential use means use of the product on the same tot as your home. Use at more than one location, or institutional or rental use, is considered commercial
warranty would apply.
**Power Train coverage includes engine and transmission only. The transmission is defined as the gear case, internal components, and drive axles.

use and the commercial use

Part Number

374-0052

Rev. E



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